Size range:
Extra Small: Up to 10 inches; up to 15 pounds.
Small: 10-20 inches; 15-30 pounds.
Medium: 20-30 inches; 25-45 pounds.

Kid-tolerance scale:
Very Good
Average

Average lifespan:
10 to 14 years

Overall behavior of breed:
Poodles make great companion dogs. They are intelligent, good-natured, sensitive, and very trainable. Training and good socialization should start very early.

Explain why this breed was good/not good with your kids:
Standard poodles seem to have a better tolerance for kids than the toy or miniature varieties.

Typical colors:
black, brown, white, cream, blue, gray

Does this breed shed?
No

Special grooming needs:
Coats are dense, but do not shed. Poodles need regular brushing (a few times a week) and a trip to the groomer about every 4 to 6 weeks.

Daily exercise requirements:
Ideally, you and your poodle should take several long, brisk walks per day. Poodles should also be allowed the freedom to romp and play in a secured area daily. Standard poodles generally require more exercise than miniatures and toy poodles.

Other comments or suggestions
ItĘs important to get your poodle from a reputable breeder.

Health concerns for the standard poodle include hip dysplasia, sight problems, epilepsy, and kidney disease.

Health concerns for miniature and toy poodles include sight problems, deafness, heart and blood disorders, epilepsy, and Cushing's syndrome.